Become a Naprapathic Doctor in as Little as 3 Years!

Become a Naprapathic Doctor in as Little as 3 Years!

Naprapathy is a longstanding medical art that is starting to make a resurgence in integrative medicine practices across North America.

Naprapathic medicine is currently being championed by the complementary medicine community, who prefers this gentler form of manual medicine over other high velocity forms of treatment.

SUNM is licensed and regulated by the New Mexico Higher Education Department. Once students graduate and receive their diploma they must sit for and pass the Naprapathic National Board examination to receive their Doctor of Naprapathic Medicine, DN. The DN license is issued and regulated by the New Mexico Medical Board.

Our Program

People who are passionate about health and wellness are ideal candidates to become Naprapathic Doctors. Those with a background in sports medicine, exercise science, physical therapy, massage therapy, nursing, and other healthcare professions would be suited to learn Naprapathy as their prior certifications pair well with complimentary medicine.

About Our Founder

SUNM holds the honor of being the only licensed school of Naprapathic medicine in New Mexico and one of two licensed Naprapathic Medicine schools in the United States. Additionally, SUNM has a working relationship with a respected Naprapthy school in Stockholm, Sweden. The two schools entered into an agreement to match their curriculum so as to ensure a high level of Naprapathic education and care in the U.S.

As the founder of Southwestern University of Naprapathic Medicine, Dr. Patrick Nuzzo:

Dr. Nuzzo and his wife, fellow Naprapath Kirsten LaVista, opened Naprapathic Medicine of New Mexico in 2004 and have served over 8000 citizens of New Mexico since then.

Dr. Nuzzo single-handedly lobbied the New Mexico legislature and in 2004 his efforts resulted in the Naprapathic Practice Act.

In 2006, Dr. Nuzzo acquired a license for the Southwestern University of Naprapathic Medicine and the school opened its doors in 2010.

Hear More From Our Students and Graduates

I have enjoyed the educational experiences that Southwest University of Naprapathic Medicine has given me. The instructors’ knowledgeable hands-on approach to teaching is a wonderful way to learn. Classes are small allowing for individual time with instructors if needed. This has been the best educational experience I have had and could have asked for. Naprapathic Medicine helped me regain full movement after a severe low back injury. Now I will be able to help others feel better and keep living active lives. R Nix.

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As a catalyst for the Naprapathic movement, SUNM aims to advance the Complementary and Allied Health industry with the superior quality and professionalism of its graduates. If you’re ready for a rewarding career as a Naprapathic doctor, Contact Us and we’ll help you get started! Or give us a call at 1-505-467-8777to speak to a friendly admissions counsellor today.

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There are so many schools that are creating Licensed Athletic Trainers, but there’s no one creating jobs for licensed athletic trainers, which becomes a problem. This would be an avenue for you to move on and do something else and actually become the physician that supervises your colleagues.

SUNM is licensed and regulated by the New Mexico Higher Education Department. Once students graduate and receive their diploma they must sit for and pass the Naprapathic National Board examination to receive their Doctor of Naprapathic Medicine, DN. The DN license is issued and regulated by the New Mexico Medical Board.

Two of our second year students @clowrida and @lasotelo123 made a fun video of what you can expect during a Naprapathic treatment of the cervical spine. They will be starting their last year in clinic this coming January!

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#Repost @lasotelo123 with @get_repost・・・Naprapathy is a medical art. We learn to focus on flow and energy. The science stuff is important, but it’s just as important to connect with your patient. Here is the final fun video I did with my classmate @clowrida of our version of Cervical Naprapathic Technique. Soo....Who needs a treatment!? ..🎶: No Es Justo, by J Balvin & Zion & Lennox ..#Naprapathy #neckpain ... See MoreSee Less

Congratulations to Governer Grisham for the incredible win! Thank you for your unending support of Naprapathic and complementary medicine. We look forward to making New Mexico one of the healthiest states in the Union as well as bringing manual therapies to the nation!

Our SUNM family have supported Congresswoman Michelle Lujan Grisham since day one, and we are extremely excited for the future of the New Mexico and Naprapathy! ... See MoreSee Less

“Few people know about the emerging practice of Naprapathic Manual Medicine, which is bringing hope and help to countless sufferers of musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction,” said Dr. Nuzzo, co-founder of the Southwest University of Naprapathic Medicine with Dr. LaVista. “We hope that our book will help people understand how this old-yet-new modality of treatment can bring them relief and improve their lives.”

Naprapathy – Manual Medicine for the 21st Century clearly and concisely illuminates the specialty of Naprapathy (nuh-PRA-path-y) and how it can help. This well-illustrated volume is aimed at the sufferers of pain and those who care for them, explaining in easy-to-understand terms how this manual medicine practice treats the soft tissues of our musculoskeletal body to bring relief and restored function, including to those with chronic, debilitating back pain that has been resistant to other treatment modalities.

Readers will learn the history of Naprapathy and how it is used today by practitioners to help people in all walks of life, from office workers to uniformed public service officers to professional athletes, recover from conditions and injuries that threaten to halt their lives and careers. Additionally, the book addresses how Naprapathic Manual Medicine can be the solution for many people who have grown to depend on addictive pain pills and will assist in stemming America’s current opioid emergency.

“This book is an outstanding resource for the lay person and clinician alike to understand the history, principals, and mission of a profession that is destined to help turn around our healthcare crisis,” writes Dr. Beau Hightower, D.N., D.C., Director of the Jacksonwink MMA Academy.

Naprapathy – Manual Medicine for the 21st Century is available on Amazon.com and other online booksellers, and directly from many practitioners at their offices.

For those whose pain and disability has taken their hope, Naprapathy – Manual Medicine for the 21st Century shows how their health can be restored – a ... See MoreSee Less